Crays Hill Primary School
71%
Capacity
75
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Crays Hill Primary School
Crays Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 75 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Crays Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher H Dyer, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 10% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13651st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 39 in Basildon.
Crays Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 2 applications for 1 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crays Hill Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Art Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 90.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Crays Hill Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | London Road, Billericay, Basildon, CM11 2UZ |
| Headteacher | H Dyer |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 75 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 90.7% |
| School Capacity | 75 / 105 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (10%)
13651st of 13,686
Nationally
1608th of 1,612
In East of England
39th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
10%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
0%
'23/24
10%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
2
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
London Road, Billericay
Basildon, CM11 2UZ
Journey to School
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